On This Day During the 80s
Travel back through the 1980s and discover what happened on this day in music, movies, television, pop culture and more.
631 On This Day Articles
On This Day September 18 1982 – Pandemonium Premiered on CBS
On this day September 18 1982, Pandemonium premiered on CBS. The animated series followed a pair of dogs and their human companions who joined forces to stop the villainous Mondraggor from gaining control of powerful mystical pyramids. Blending comedy, fantasy, and adventure, the show captured
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On This Day September 18 1982 – Gilligan’s Planet Premiered on CBS
On this day September 18 1982, Gilligan’s Planet premiered on CBS. This animated spinoff of the classic Gilligan’s Island reimagined the castaways stranded not on a deserted island, but on a faraway planet after blasting off in a spaceship built by the Professor. The series
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On This Day September 17 1982 – The Philip Lynott Album Released
On this day September 17 1982, Thin Lizzy frontman Philip Lynott released his second solo record The Philip Lynott Album . The album revealed a more personal and experimental side of Lynott, blending rock with pop and soulful ballads that highlighted his range as a
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On This Day September 17 1982 – The Powers of Matthew Star Premiered on NBC
On this day September 17 1982, the sci fi adventure series The Powers of Matthew Star premiered on NBC. The show followed Matthew Star, a teenage alien prince with extraordinary abilities, living on Earth while preparing to one day reclaim his home planet from tyrannical
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On This Day September 13 1982 – Final Episode of Lou Grant Aired
On this day September 13 1982, the final episode of Lou Grant aired, closing the chapter on one of television’s most acclaimed dramas. A spinoff of The Mary Tyler Moore Show, the series starred Ed Asner as Lou Grant, who transitioned from a Minneapolis newsroom
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On This Day September 11 1982 – Hard to Say Im Sorry by Chicago Became the Number 1 Song in America
On this day September 11 1982, Hard to Say Im Sorry by Chicago reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of the band’s most enduring ballads. Written by Peter Cetera and David Foster, the song showcased a softer, more polished pop rock
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On This Day September 10 1982 – I Assassin by Gary Numan Fourth Album Released
On this day September 10 1982, Gary Numan released his fourth studio album I Assassin . Known as a pioneer of electronic and new wave music, Numan continued to experiment with synthesizers while incorporating funk inspired basslines and atmospheric textures that gave the record a
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On This Day September 10 1982 – Silk Electric by Diana Ross Thirteenth Album Released
On this day September 10 1982, Diana Ross released her thirteenth studio album Silk Electric . The album blended Ross’s signature soulful vocals with polished 80s production, offering a mix of pop, funk, and dance oriented tracks that reflected the era’s evolving sound. Silk Electric
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On This Day September 10 1982 – Peter Gabriel Released His Fourth Album Peter Gabriel 4: Security
On this day September 10 1982, Peter Gabriel released his fourth solo album Peter Gabriel 4: Security . Known for its experimental sound, the album blended world music influences with electronic production, marking a bold creative step for Gabriel. Security featured notable tracks such as
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On This Day September 10 1982 – Endangered Species Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 10 1982, Endangered Species premiered in theaters. Blending elements of thriller, mystery, and political drama, the film told the story of a New York cop who relocates to Colorado and uncovers a disturbing conspiracy involving mysterious cattle mutilations and government secrecy.
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On This Day September 9 1982 – Signals by Rush Ninth Album Released
On this day September 9 1982, Rush released their ninth studio album Signals . Following the massive success of Moving Pictures, the band continued to evolve by leaning further into synthesizers and exploring new wave influences while still keeping their progressive rock foundation intact. Signals
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On This Day September 8 1982 – Voyeur by Kim Carnes Seventh Album Released
On this day September 8 1982, Kim Carnes released her seventh studio album Voyeur . Following the massive success of her 1981 hit album Mistaken Identity and the chart topping single Bette Davis Eyes, Carnes returned with a record that blended her smoky vocals with
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On This Day September 7 1982 – As One by Kool and The Gang Fourteenth Album Released
On this day September 7 1982, Kool and The Gang released their fourteenth studio album As One . Coming off the success of their earlier work in the late 70s and early 80s, the group continued to refine their blend of funk, soul, and pop
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On This Day September 7 1982 – The Musical Cats Began Its 18 Year Run on Broadway
On this day September 7 1982, the musical Cats opened on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre in New York City, beginning a legendary 18 year run. Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on T S Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, the
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On This Day September 6 1982 – Frida Released Her Third Solo Album Somethings Going On
On this day September 6 1982, Frida, best known as a member of ABBA, released her third solo album Somethings Going On . The record marked a major step in her career as she worked outside of ABBA with a new sound and new collaborators.
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On This Day September 6 1982 – Johnny Cash Released His Sixty Eighth Album The Adventures of Johnny Cash
On this day September 6 1982, Johnny Cash released his sixty eighth studio album The Adventures of Johnny Cash. The record was produced by Billy Sherrill and marked another chapter in Cash’s long and influential career. The album included songs such as We Must Believe
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On This Day September 4 1982 – The Who Released the Album It’s Hard
On this day September 4 1982, It’s Hard , the tenth studio album by The Who, was released. Marking the final album with drummer Kenney Jones and the last studio album before the band's long hiatus, It’s Hard reflected a band at a turning point.
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On This Day September 4 1982 – Final Episode of The Tom and Jerry Comedy Show Aired
On this day September 4 1982, the final episode of The Tom and Jerry Comedy Show aired, closing out this short-lived animated return to one of cartoon history’s most famous duos. Produced by Filmation, the show brought back the slapstick antics of Tom and Jerry,
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On This Day September 4 1982 – Abracadabra by Steve Miller Band Hit Number One on the US Billboard Charts
On this day September 4 1982, the Steve Miller Band reached the top of the US Billboard Hot 100 with their magical hit Abracadabra . Known for its swirling synths, funky rhythm, and catchy lyrics, the track became one of the band’s biggest commercial successes
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On This Day September 3 1982 – Olivia’s Greatest Hits Vol. 2 Released
On this day September 3 1982, Olivia’s Greatest Hits Vol. 2 was released, capturing the pop brilliance and vocal charm of Olivia Newton John during her most successful years. The compilation featured hits from the late 70s through the early 80s, including massive tracks from
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On This Day September 3 1982 – In the Heat of the Night by Imagination Released
On this day September 3 1982, In the Heat of the Night by Imagination was released, marking the UK trio’s second album and a defining moment in early 80s soul infused synth pop. The group had already gained attention with their debut, but this release
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On This Day September 3 1982 – The Concrete Jungle Released
On this day September 3 1982, The Concrete Jungle premiered in theaters. This gritty prison drama pulled no punches as it dove into the violent and oppressive world of a women’s penitentiary. The film followed a young woman who is wrongly convicted and must fight
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On This Day September 29, 1981 – Magic Windows by Herbie Hancock Was Released
On this day September 29, 1981 Magic Windows by Herbie Hancock was released. The legendary jazz musician’s thirty second studio album continued his innovative exploration of fusion, blending jazz, funk, soul, and electronic elements into a forward thinking sound that reflected the evolving landscape of
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On This Day September 28, 1981 – The Galaga Arcade Game Was Released in Japan
On this day September 28, 1981 the iconic arcade shooter Galaga was released in Japan. Developed and published by Namco, Galaga became one of the most beloved and influential arcade games of the 1980s, building upon the foundation set by its predecessor, Galaxian, and taking
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